Sony FDR-AX33 Operating Instructions
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Digital 4K Video Camera Recorder Operating Guide "Help Guide" (Web manual) Refer to "Help Guide" for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camera. Getting started Recording/Playback Saving images Customizing your camcorder Others http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/1510/h_zz/ FDR-AX30/AX33 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. FDR Serial No - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
the point where they exit from the apparatus. • Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer. • Use only with the cart, stand or when unused for long periods of time. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
Representative plug of power supply cord of countries/regions around the world. A Type (American Type) B Type (British Type) BF Type (British Type) B3 Type (British Type) C Type (CEE Type) SE Type (CEE Type) O Type (Ocean Type) The representative supply voltage and plug type are described in - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
Asia Countries/regions China Hong Kong India Indonesia Japan Korea (rep) Malaysia Philippines Singapore Taiwan Thailand Vietnam Oceania Countries/regions Australia New Zealand North America Countries/regions Canada USA Central America Countries/regions Bahamas Costa Rica Cuba Dominican (rep) El - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
South America Countries/regions Argentina Brazil Chile Colombia Peru Venezuela Middle East Countries/regions Iran Iraq Israel Saudi Arabia Turkey UAE Africa Countries/regions Algeria Congo (dem) Egypt Ethiopia Kenya Nigeria South Africa Tanzania Tunisia Voltage 220 127/220 220 120 220 120 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
Sony battery charger or a device that can charge the battery pack. • Keep the battery pack out of the reach of small children. • Keep the battery pack dry. • Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by Sony. • Dispose of used battery packs promptly as described in the instructions - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Battery of Conformity Trade Name: SONY Model No.: FDR-AX33 Responsible Party: Sony Electronics Inc. Address: 16530 or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
essential requirements and other relevant provisions of Directive 1999/5/EC. For details, please access the following URL: http://www.compliance.sony.de/ Notice If static electricity or electromagnetism causes data transfer to discontinue midway (fail), restart the application or disconnect and - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
for safety, performance or data integrity reasons require a permanent connection with an incorporated battery, this battery should be replaced by qualified service staff only. To ensure that the battery and the electrical and electronic equipment will be treated properly, hand over these products - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
Guide is an on-line manual. Refer to it for in-depth instructions on the many functions of the camcorder. Access the Sony support page. http://rd1.sony.net/help/cam/ 1510/h_zz/ You will find further information such as the following functions in Help Guide. • Highlight Movie Maker • Live Streaming - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Selecting the recording format for movies The camcorder is compatible with the XAVC S format. What is XAVC S? XAVC S is a recording format that allows high-resolution images, such as 4K, to be highly compressed with MPEG-4 AVC/H.264 and recorded in the MP4 file format. High image quality will be - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
4K 33 XAVC S HD PlayMemories Home™ software XAVC S HD 33 • External media device AVCHD Computer using AVCHD 33 PlayMemories Home software External media AVCHD 34 device • See the following website for the latest storage environment. http://www.sony to the camcorder via Wi-Fi - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
numbers in ( ) indicate the supplied quantity. All models • Camcorder (1) • AC Adaptor (1) • "Operating Guide" (This manual) (1) • Rechargeable battery pack NPFV70 (1) • Power cord (mains lead) (1) • USB connection support cable (1) The USB connection support cable is designed for use with this - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
by closing the LCD monitor, retract the viewfinder*, and attach the battery pack. Getting started Battery pack * Models with the viewfinder (FDR-AX33/AXP33/AXP35) only 2 Connect the AC Adaptor and the power cord (mains lead) to your camcorder and the wall outlet (wall socket). DC IN jack DC plug - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
the USB connection support cable. Estimated time of recording and playback using the supplied battery pack (minutes) Battery pack Recording time Continuous Typical Playback time NP-FV70 135 65 235 • The recording and playback times are measured when using the camcorder at 25 °C (77 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
started To remove the battery pack Turn off your camcorder. Slide the BATT (battery) release lever () and remove the battery pack (). To charge the battery pack abroad You can charge the battery pack in any countries/regions using the AC Adaptor supplied with your camcorder within the AC 100 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
can also turn on the camcorder by pulling out the viewfinder (models with the viewfinder (FDR-AX33/AXP33/AXP35) only). 2 Following the instructions on the LCD monitor, select the language, the geographical area, Daylight Savings or Summer Time, date format, and the date and time. Touch the button on - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
[Setup] [ Media Settings] [Media Select] [Memory Card] (FDR-AX30/AXP35). • To eject the memory card, open the cover and lightly push card in once. Types of memory card you can use with your camcorder Recording images in the XAVC S format SD Speed Class Capacity (operation verified - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
recorded on Memory Stick XC-HG Duo media or SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or AV devices not supporting the exFAT* file system by connecting the camcorder to these devices with the USB cable. Confirm in advance that the connecting equipment is - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
simultaneously (Dual Video REC) When [Dual Video REC] is set to [On], the camcorder records movies in MP4 format while recording movies in XAVC S 4K format, XAVC S HD format, or AVCHD format at the same time. Select [Image Quality/Size] [Dual Video REC] desired setting. • MP4 format is - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
delete the demonstration movie on this product (FDR-AX30/AXP35). • When recording with using the default setting: [ File Format]: [ XAVC S 4K], [ REC Mode]: [60Mbps ], [Dual Video REC]: [Off] • When using a Sony memory card. • The actual recording time or number of recordable photos is displayed on - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
photos 1 Open the LCD monitor and select [MODE] (Photo). • You can also switch between (Movie) and (Photo) by pressing the / (Shooting Mode) button (FDR-AX33/AXP33/AXP35). 2 Press PHOTO lightly to adjust the focus, then press it fully. Power zoom lever • When the focus is adjusted properly, AE/AF - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
to be assigned, and then press MANUAL button. Making the manual adjustment using the MANUAL ring Press the MANUAL button to switch to manual adjustment mode. Rotate the MANUAL ring to make the adjustment. • To return to automatic adjustment mode, press MANUAL button again. • When Zoom function - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 25
on the camcorder to enter the Movie Format button*1 (4K/MP4) Event name Events To the previous photo recording mode Highlight Movie Maker*2 Time-line bar Change Event Scale button same recording medium (internal memory/memory card). (FDR-AX30/AXP35) • To select the XAVC S movies - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 26
3 Select the image. To go back to the Event View screen Event name Recorded time/ number of photos Previous Switch Image Type button (Visual index) Movie Next Change to the movie/photo recording mode Last played image Photo To switch - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 27
Select screen appears. Select the format of the movie. Recording/Playback To copy the images from the internal memory to a memory card (FDR-AX30/AXP35) Select [Edit/Copy] [Copy] [Int. Memory Memory card] [Multiple Images]. Select the image type to be copied. Touch and - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 28
time of recording, the type of playback images selected on the Event View screen, and the HDMI output settings. 1 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder (page 26) image quality XAVC S 4K TV 4K [Auto], [2160p/ 1080p] MOVIE PHOTO MOVIE/ PHOTO 4K image quality [1080p], [1080i], MOVIE High - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 29
], [1080p], MOVIE/ definition [1080i], [720p] PHOTO TV PHOTO High definition image quality (HD) 4K image quality (when connected to a 4K TV)* * The resolution will be the HDMI Resolution set on your camcorder. • Images will be played when [HDMI Resolution] is set to [Auto] (default setting - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 30
up to the full high definition image quality. 1 Change the HDMI output setting to output 4K movies. Select [Setup] [ Connection] [HDMI Resolution] desired setting. 2 Connect the HDMI OUT jack of the camcorder to the HDMI IN jack of a TV using the HDMI cable supplied. Signal flow TV - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 31
Recording/Playback Notes • Playback of trimmed movies is not available on the LCD monitor of the camcorder. GB 31 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 32
built-in projector (FDR-AXP33/AXP35) 1 Press the PROJECTOR button (page 51). 2 Select [Image Shot on This Device]. 3 Follow the operating guide on the LCD monitor wish to connect to. For details, refer to the instruction manuals of the device you wish to connect to. Select [Image from External Device] in - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 33
variety of ways. Playing back imported images Import images from the camcorder. For Windows, the following functions are also available. Sharing images images to discs network services To download PlayMemories Home PlayMemories Home can be downloaded from the following URL. www.sony.net/pm/ - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 34
here. Also refer to the instruction manual supplied with the external media 4K/High definition Computer and image quality (HD) connected • XAVC S external media • AVCHD How to connect a device Recorder without a USB jack Connect a recorder to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 35
Saving images External media device Connect an external media device to the Multi/Micro USB Terminal of your camcorder using VMC-UAM2 USB Adaptor Cable (sold separately). Signal flow • Movies are copied with 4K/high definition image quality (HD). GB 35 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 36
on the functions of PlayMemories Mobile, visit the following URL. http://www.sony.net/pmm/ Android OS Install PlayMemories Mobile from Google Play. • To use the One-touch functions (NFC) of the camcorder, a smartphone or tablet supporting the NFC function is required. • The operation methods and - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 37
Transferring MP4 movies and photos to your smartphone One-touch connection with an Android supporting NFC 1 On the smartphone, select [Settings], then, select [More...] to check that [NFC] is enabled. 2 On the camcorder, play back an image to be sent to the smartphone. • You can transfer MP4 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 38
only). iPhone/iPad Select [Settings] [Wi-Fi] the SSID displayed on the camcorder. Input the password displayed on the camcorder (first time only). Confirm that the SSID displayed on the camcorder is selected. GB 38 Return to Home, and start up PlayMemories Mobile. Using your smartphone - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 39
's capabilities, the live view images may not sony.co.jp/imsoft/ Mac/ • If the software is already installed in your computer, update the software to the latest version. 2 Connect your camcorder to an access point as follows (first time only). If you cannot register, refer to the instruction - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 40
to the computer. Press the (View Images) button on your camcorder. Select [Wireless] [ Function] [Send to Computer]. • Images are automatically transferred to and saved on the computer. • Only newly recorded images are transferred. Importing movies and - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 41
Mode Movie Photo Smth Slw REC Golf Shot High Speed REC Customizing your camcorder 2 Select a category. 3 Select a desired menu item. Scroll the menu or to return to the previous menu screen. Camera/Mic Manual Settings White Balance Spot Meter/Fcs Spot Meter Spot Focus Exposure Focus - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 42
Level Display Image Quality/Size REC Mode Frame Rate Dual Video REC File Format Image Size Wireless Function Ctrl with Smartphone Multi Camera Control Live Streaming GB Send to Smartphone 42 Send to Computer View on TV Setting Airplane Mode Multi Camera Ctrl Set Vid REC during strm.*2 WPS - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 43
24p Mode*8 Calibration Battery Info Power Save Initialize Demo Mode Version Clock Settings Date & Time Setting Area Setting *1 You can set this item when you use a flash (sold separately). *2 Live Streaming feature is dependent upon the Third Party Internet Provider's service and terms in your - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 44
careful with the lens. • To ensure stable operation of the memory card, it is recommended to format the memory card with your camcorder before the first function to make sure the image and sound are recorded without any problems. GB 44 • Television programs, films, video tapes, and other materials - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 45
the wireless network function. • Sony makes no guarantees and is not responsible for any damage resulting from having inadequate security or using the wireless network function. Troubleshooting If you run into any problems using your camcorder: • Check your camcorder referring to Help Guide (page 11 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 46
555 200 dots equivalent Recording media (Movie/Photo): Common: Internal memory (FDR-AX30/ AXP35): 64 GB*2 AVCHD, Photo Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo media Effective (photo, 4:3): Approx. 7.74 mega pixels Lens: ZEISS Vario-Sonnar T Lens 10× (Optical)*4, 4K: 15× (Clear Image Zoom, while recording movies)*5 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 47
Setup)/manual Access method: Infrastructure Mode NFC: NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant General Power requirements: DC 6.8 V (battery pack), DC 8.4 V (AC Adaptor) USB Charging: DC 5 V 1 500 mA Average power consumption: During camera recording using the viewfinder (FDR-AX33/ AXP33/AXP35): 4K: 5.6 W, HD - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 48
4K: 5.6 W, HD: 3.9 W* * in AVCHD FH mode Operating temperature: 0 °C to 40 °C (32 °F to 104 °F) Storage temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C (-4 °F to +140 °F) Dimensions (approx.): FDR (w/h/d) including the projecting parts, and the supplied rechargeable battery pack FDR-AX33: 71 mm × 78.5 mm × 149.5 mm - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 49
of Panasonic Corporation and Sony Corporation. • XAVC S and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Memory Stick and are trademarks or registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • Blu-ray companies. Furthermore, ™ and ® are not mentioned in each case in this manual. GB 49 Others - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 50
USB Terminal Supports Micro USB compatible devices. This terminal does not support VMC-AVM1 Adaptor Cable (sold separately). You cannot use accessories via an A/V remote connector. PROJECTOR FOCUS lever (32) (FDR-AXP33/AXP35) LCD monitor/Touch panel Speaker Projector lens (FDR-AXP33/ AXP35 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 51
functions can be assigned to the button and the dial. Lens (ZEISS lens) MANUAL button / (Shooting Mode) button (23) (FDR-AX33/ AXP33/AXP35) (My Voice Canceling) button Suppresses the voice of the person recording the movie. PROJECTOR button (32) (FDRAXP33/AXP35) (View Images) button - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 52
To fasten the grip belt Viewfinder (FDR-AX33/ AXP33/AXP35) The camcorder is turned on when the viewfinder is pulled out. Viewfinder lens adjustment dial (FDR-AX33/AXP33/ AXP35) If the indications in the viewfinder appear blurred, turn the viewfinder lens adjustment dial. START/STOP button (21 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 53
Charging the battery using your computer 16 Charging time 16 Computer 33 Computer system 33 D Date and time 18 Delete 27 Dual Video REC 21 E Edit 25 F Format 20 Full charge 16 G Google play 36 Grip belt 52 H HDMI cable 28 Help Guide 11 I Install 36 iOS 36 L LCD monitor 15 M Manual recording 24 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 54
Software 33 Specifications 46 Supplied items 14 T Touch panel 23 Trimming Playback 30 Tripod 52 Troubleshooting 45 TV 28 W Wall outlet (wall socket) 16 Wi-Fi 36 Windows 33 Wireless access point 39 X XAVC S 4K 12, 13 XAVC S HD 12, 13 Z Zoom 21 GB 54 - Sony FDR-AX33 | Operating Instructions - Page 55
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GB Additional information on this product and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at our Customer Support Website. http://www.sony.net/ © 2015 Sony Corporation Printed in China
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FDR-AX30/AX33/AXP33/AXP35
Getting started
Recording/Playback
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Digital 4K Video
Camera Recorder
Operating Guide
“Help Guide” (Web manual)
Refer to “Help Guide” for
in-depth instructions on the
many functions of the camera.